Privacy Policy
Effective Date: 23rd October 2025
Last Updated: 23rd October 2025
- Introduction
The C K Mensah Foundation (“the Foundation,” “we,” “our,” or “us”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, store, and protect your data when you visit our website https://www.ckmensahfoundation.com, participate in our programs, or interact with us online or offline.
By using our website or providing your personal information, you agree to the terms outlined in this Privacy Policy.
- Scope
This Policy applies to all personal information collected by The CK Mensah Foundation, whether electronically, in person, or through third-party services. It is designed to comply with:
- Ghana’s Data Protection Act, 2012 (Act 843)
- EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)
- Information We Collect
We collect personal information depending on your interaction with the Foundation.
- Information You Provide Directly
You may provide personal information when you:
- Contact us via forms, email, or phone
- Subscribe to our newsletter
- Register for events or outreach programs
- Volunteer or collaborate with us
- Apply for scholarships or educational support
- Make a donation or pledge support
This may include your name, email address, phone number, date of birth, postal address, educational background, financial details (for donations), and supporting documents (for scholarship applications).
- Transactional Information
Donation details and payment confirmations (processed securely through trusted third-party payment providers such as Paystack).
- Technical and Analytical Data
IP address, browser type, operating system, device information, and website usage patterns.
Cookies and similar technologies (see for more on Cookies).
We do not knowingly collect data from children under 16 without parental or guardian consent.
- How We Use Your Information
We collect and process personal information to:
- Process and acknowledge donations
- Communicate updates, newsletters, and event invitations (with consent)
- Respond to inquiries and provide support
- Manage scholarship applications and assess eligibility fairly
- Administer volunteer and outreach initiatives
- Improve website functionality and user experience
- Comply with legal, financial, and regulatory obligations
- Prevent fraud, misuse, and ensure data security
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to any organization or individual.
- Legal Basis for Processing
We process your personal data under one or more of the following lawful bases:
- Consent: You have given clear consent for us to process your personal data.
- Contractual Necessity: To fulfill our obligations related to donations, scholarships, or services you request.
- Legal Obligation: To comply with tax, audit, or reporting requirements.
- Legitimate Interest: To operate, improve, and protect our charitable activities.
- Scholarship Applications
When you apply for a scholarship or educational support program, we collect and store information necessary to process your application, including:
- Personal details (name, contact information, date of birth)
- Academic records, transcripts, and references
- Financial background information (to assess need-based criteria)
Your data is used solely for scholarship assessment and is reviewed only by authorized Foundation staff or selection committee members. We take all reasonable steps to ensure confidentiality and security.
Unsuccessful applications are securely deleted after the selection process unless you grant permission for us to retain your details for future opportunities.
- Data Sharing and Third Parties
We may share personal data with trusted third parties who help us operate effectively, such as:
- Payment processors, website hosting services, and email communication platforms
- Analytics service providers that help us understand visitor engagement
- Regulatory authorities or auditors when required by law
All third parties are bound by confidentiality and data protection agreements to maintain privacy standards equal to ours.
We never sell or trade personal data under any circumstances.
- Cookies
Our website uses cookies to enhance your browsing experience and analyze site performance. Cookies help us:
- Remember your preferences and improve usability
- Understand how visitors use our site for improvement
- Provide a secure and consistent browsing experience
You can disable or delete cookies in your browser settings. However, doing so may affect certain website functionalities.
- International Data Transfers
Your personal information may be processed or stored outside Ghana. When this occurs, we ensure appropriate legal safeguards such as Standard Contractual Clauses or other lawful mechanisms to protect your data.
- Data Retention and Deletion
We retain personal data only as long as necessary for the purposes outlined in this Policy or as required by law.
You may request deletion of your personal data at any time by contacting
info@theckmensahfoundation.com with the subject line “Delete Data”
We will respond promptly, except when data must be retained for legal, financial, or regulatory obligations such as donation records or scholarship documentation.
- Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Access: Request a copy of your personal data.
- Rectification: Request correction of inaccurate data.
- Deletion: Request deletion where legally permissible.
- Restriction: Limit processing of your data in certain cases.
- Withdrawal of Consent: Withdraw consent at any time (without affecting prior lawful processing).
- Data Portability: Request transfer of your personal data to another controller.
To exercise these rights, email us at info@theckmensahfoundation.com with the subject line “Data Request.”
- Data Security
We apply strict administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your data, including:
- Secure Socket Layer (SSL) encryption on our website
- Restricted internal access to personal data
- Regular security audits and staff training
While we take strong precautions, no method of data transmission or storage is completely secure. You share information at your own discretion and risk.
- External Links
Our website may include links to external sites or partner organizations. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those websites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any personal information.
- Policy Updates
We may revise this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect operational, legal, or service-related changes. Updated versions will be posted on this page with a revised “Last Updated” date.
- Contact Information
For all privacy-related concerns, questions, or requests, please contact us:
The C K Mensah Foundation
Ogbodjo, Accra, Ghana
info@theckmensahfoundation.com
https://www.ckmensahfoundation.com